Week 4 Results of New Hampshire’s Biggest Loser Competition
We all know how difficult it can be to sustain your motivation to stick to a diet. It’s not that hard in the beginning because it is something new and you are still motivated. But as the weeks go on it gets more and more difficult. I checked in with the N.H. guys to see how they were doing. One month down … two to go!
1. Usually people start off “gun ho” with dieting. Do you feel like you are still as motivated?
GenX’r: Still motivated
John Ingemi:Yes, I am still very motivated, but frustrated because I have a nagging hip injury that has put a temporary stop to my lower body cardio efforts
T.L: No, I don’t feel as motivated
2. What remains the hardest thing for you with regards to your diet?
GenX’r: Staying the course and being disciplined not to cheat
John Ingemi: My danger periods is the period of time from when I arrive home at night until I go to bed, in particular after dinner if I happen to watch some TV.
T.L:Late night eating.
Martha’s comments: late night eating is a problem for most people. We often eat out of habit, out of boredom or to relax. As John mentioned below, one of the tricks is not to keep any problem foods in the house. Stock up on healthy portion controlled snacks like fruit, diet ice cream bars (but you can only have one!), mini bags of microwave popcorn, etc.
3. For those of you who had problems with snacking on not so great foods, what strategies are you using to stop yourself from eating bad stuff?
GenX’r: No comment
John Ingemi:I have tried not to buy anything bad once I run out of it. If it’s not in the house, I won’t eat (or drink) it. I have not been to the liquor store in a month… so I now resort to doing shots of mouth wash (kidding)
T.L: Don’t have them in the house
4. Are you trying to stick to your diet plan everyday, or do you allow yourself occasional indulgences?
GenX’r: I relax with my food intake a bit on Saturday and Sunday - not too much though
John Ingemi:I usually have one cheat period, usually on a weekend night
T.L: Allow for indulgences.
Martha’s comments: I actually think it is a good idea to allow yourself to indulge on occasion - maybe once or twice a week (as long as your indulgences don’t incude a plate of nachos, a burger and fries and 5 beers!) This gives you something to look forward to.
5. Are you continuing to exercise on a regular basis or are you slacking off a bit?
GenX’r: Still exercising - trying to change it up from week to week to keep it fresh
John Ingemi:I have been fighting a very painful hip injury. I am now on Dr’s orders to not bike ,swim or run for 2 weeks…The lack of cardio will likely be my undoing, but I have not given up just yet. However, I am lifting weights almost every day, but this might increase my weight if I gain muscle mass
T.L: Exercise has been increasing
Martha’s comments to all: great job with exercise guys! Exercising along with dieting will help to preserve your muscle mass. This will help to keep your metabolism moving along.
Martha’s comments to John - it is unfortunate that you have this hip issue (I had it last year and I can sympathize with you!). Hopefully it will be improved in the next few weeks. Would you be allowed to swim with pull buoy to keep your legs up? I found that when I was exercising less, my appetite decreased. Have you found this to be the case? Despite the fact that you can’t do cardio, you should still be able to lose a pound or two a week with cutting back in calories. You are right about building muscle mass. As I am sure you are aware, keep the weights light and reps high.
6. Are you getting any comments from friends/family about your weight loss?
GenX’r: My family sees a big difference - no one else yet
John Ingemi: No, not one comment. Then again it’s not like I have lost that much weight
T.L: No
Check out the results from the week 4 weigh-in:
| Participant Name | John I. | R.C. | J.C. | GenX'R | R.G. | T.L. | B.O. | J.P. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Initial weight Jan. 2 | 233.3 | 202.1 | 195.7 | 195.6 | 229.6 | 234.9 | 202.1 | 191.9 |
| Weight Jan 11 | 232 | 198.8 | 192.9 | 186.6 | 220.2 | 224.4 | 206.1 | 185.8 |
| Weight Jan 18 | 230.8 | 200.6 | 191.8 | 183.1 | 218.4 | 222.4 | 204.3 | 185.8 |
| Weight Jan 25 | 229 | 200 | 192.6 | 180.8 | 218.7 | 219.4 | 204.7 | 183.3 |
| Weight Feb 1 | 235.6 | 199.3 | 190.8 | 178.9 | 214.8 | 221.3 | 202.1 | 183.6 |
| Weight Feb 8 | 243.1 | 200.2 | 190.8 | 178.9 | 214.4 | 221.5 | 203.5 | 183.6 |
| Weight Feb 15 | 240 | 201.1 | 192.8 | 176.9 | 213 | 229 | 202.9 | 182.2 |
| Weight Feb 22 | 242 | 201.4 | 192.8 | 175.2 | 211.5 | 222.7 | 203.9 | 182.2 |
| Weight Feb 29 | 247 | 203.1 | 190.8 | 174.6 | 208.7 | 218 | 203.9 | 177.2 |
| Weight March 7 | 242.8 | 204 | 190.8 | 173 | 207.7 | 220 | 206.2 | 176.4 |
| Weight March 14 | 239.6 | 206.1 | 191 | 171.7 | 207.7 | 218.5 | 203.7 | 176.8 |
| Weight March 21 | 241.7 | 206.1 | 197.6 | 171.2 | 207.6 | 229.4 | 204.1 | 176.8 |
| Weight March 31 | 241.8 | 206.1 | 197.6 | 169.9 | 191.3 | 229.4 | 205.1 | 182.8 |
| % body weight change | +3.6 % | +2.0 % | +1.0 % | -13.1 % | -16.7 % | -2.3 % | +1.5 % | -4.7 % |
| Total pounds lost | +8.5 | +4 | +1.9 | -25.7 | -38.3 | -5.5 | +3 | - 9.1 |
Enjoy the superbowl guys. Be prepared for NY to win … and don’t eat or drink too much.
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